The University of Manchester

The key motivation for studying here is simple – we produce graduates who think differently. We provide you with the knowledge and ability to excel in today’s business environment. We are one of the top 35 business schools in the world and are ranked 5th in the UK (FT Global MBA rankings 2015).

About

History

The University of Manchester holds a special place in history. Our origins as England’s first civic university are closely linked to Manchester’s development as the world’s first industrial city.

We were formed at the birth of the modern world and our founders invested us with progressive principles and a desire to improve people's lives through research and teaching.

Education

Study for a degree from The University of Manchester and gain a passport to a successful life and career.

Our pioneering taught courses draw upon our world-leading research and our strong links to global industry. You’ll quickly develop skills, knowledge and experience that will make employers sit up and listen.

With a breadth of research activity that's unrivalled in the UK, we work across disciplines and beyond the University, connecting the brightest minds to find innovative solutions to the world's greatest challenges.

You couldn’t find a better place in which to begin your life's work.

Undergraduate courses

Undergraduate courses

Taught master's courses

Postgraduate research areas

Research

The University of Manchester’s research has real-world impact beyond academia. We are at the forefront of the search for solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems, seeking to be a global force for positive change.

From tackling cancer and poverty to finding the energy solutions of the future, our research is making a real difference to the quality of people’s lives across the globe.

Career

We are the Careers Service for students and recent graduates of The University of Manchester.

Our aim is to improve the employability of our clients by providing them with key skills and knowledge. To help them formulate and implement well-informed choices about their careers we deliver and manage numerous services, projects, courses and events. We work in partnership with colleagues across The University of Manchester and with organisations in the UK and across the world.

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University Ranking

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

Services

Student services

The International Team offers support and guidance for international students, sponsors and other organisations over a range of University matters.

The team is subdivided into the International Office and the International Relations department.

The International Office:

implements marketing plans for countries;

leads on overseas recruitment activities and the conversion of international students;

liaises with overseas agents;

provides guidance on international qualifications.

Housing services

Living in University accommodation gives our international students security and their family back home peace of mind. What's more, we offer guaranteed accommodation to international students who meet certain criteria.

As an international student coming to Manchester for the first time, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to live and study alongside British students, in a safe and welcoming environment.

With over 8,000 rooms, we offer a variety of types, costs and locations. Much of our accommodation is very near to the main University buildings and all of it is within two miles (three kilometres) of our campus.

Library services

Self-service machines are located on Blue Ground floor and within the High Demand collection at the Main Library.

There are also machines at Joule, Precinct and Stopford site libraries.

You will need your Library card and PIN.

Instructions for using the self-issue machines are displayed on the touch screens but please do ask a member of Library staff for help if you need it.

ICT services

We provide free WiFi for all staff, students and visitors at The University of Manchester:

eduroam - Automatically connects once you've set up your device

Captive portal (University of Manchester WiFi) Log in using your University credentials

The Cloud - A WiFi network for University visitors and delegates

Guest access - Provide visiting academics with WiFi access

Medical services

Emergency treatment is free of charge to everyone in the UK.

Treatment is available for free on the National Health Service (NHS) to all students studying in the UK for longer than six months, as well as students from EU countries and countries with reciprocal health agreements.

Student Life

Campus life

The University of Manchester is large, yet compact enough to give the best of both worlds: a city life and a campus community.

Our campus occupies a large area close to the city centre. It is dominated by grand Victorian and more modern buildings, but also has quiet corners, landscaped gardens, cafes and common rooms where you can relax and spend time with friends. We have places of worship for the majority of faiths.

Sports facilities

Armitage Sports Centre

Recently refurbished double indoor sports hall

Air-conditioned fitness suite with free-weights area

Outdoor multi-use courts

Four squash courts

Four floodlit 3G five-a-side football pitches

Two full-sized floodlit artificial turf pitches

Six grass pitches

Sugden Sports Centre

Large air-conditioned fitness suite and free-weights area

Six squash courts

Two double-sized sports halls

Outdoor 3G five-a-side pitch; multi-activity room

Manchester Aquatics Centre

Two 50-metre swimming pools

Diving pool

Fun pool

Fitness suite

Sauna

Steam room and spa

Wythenshawe Sports Ground

26 full-sized football pitches

Student clubs

The University of Manchester’s Students’ Union is run by students, for students. The biggest students’ union in the UK, it will provide you with the space, resources and support to make the most of your time at University.

Accreditation

AACSB International

AMBA

EQUIS

The Global Study Awards

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Student Reviews

It was hard but I had help

Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars

As an international student with a different academic background I found it hard adjusting but when I made use of all the resources and help provided for me and also started to believe in myself I found that there was nothing I couldn't do

Biotechnology in The University of Manchester

Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars

Since the Biotechnology course is new, there are not many students, hence you become a family with your course mates. The classes given are very interesting and relevant.

My experience as an international student at the university of Manchester

Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

It is always scary to enter a new environment where you don't know what to expect such as university. Unlike school lectures are given in big lecture theatres and it can be quite overwhelming. However you start to realise throughout the year how all the support is offered to you through email or even the possibility to ask questions after the lecture itself. University life on the other and is ...

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